modality

noun

mo·​dal·​i·​ty mō-ˈda-lə-tē 

plural modalities

1

a

: the quality or state of being modal

b

: a modal quality or attribute : form

2

: the classification of logical propositions (see proposition sense 1) according to their asserting or denying the possibility, impossibility, contingency, or necessity of their content

3

: one of the main avenues of sensation (such as vision)

4

: a usually physical therapeutic agency

Examples of modality in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Wellness gurus will also appreciate the range of treatments and healing modalities on offer at The Lotus Spa, from classic massages and facials to Reiki energy work and sound baths. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 June 2026

Rio is the birthplace of some of the biggest soccer clubs in the world, as well as other sports modalities. —Roberto Prieto, Variety, 4 June 2026

Conducted by DeAnna Carpenter and Danielle Washington, this Japanese energy healing modality helps to reduce stress, get restful sleep and provide relaxation. —Hema Sivanandam, Mercury News, 1 June 2026

Users can also search using multiple modalities, using text, images, video, files and even Chrome tabs as search inputs. —ABC News, 19 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1545, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for modality

• banality
• bestiality
• brutality
• carnality
• centrality
• chirality
• duality
• fatality
• finality
• formality
• frugality
• legality

Medical Definition

modality

noun

mo·​dal·​i·​ty mō-ˈdal-ət-ē 

plural modalities

1

: one of the main avenues of sensation (as vision)

2

a

: a usually physical therapeutic agency

b

: an apparatus for applying a modality